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HUX → IAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Bahías de Huatulco International Airport (Huatulco) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico coastline, the unique geography of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, and the iconic approach over Galveston Bay.
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Isthmus of Tehuantepec
View the narrowest point of the North American continent where the land tapers between two oceans.
Veracruz Coastline
The brilliant turquoise and emerald waters where the Mexican mainland meets the Gulf.
Port of Tampico
A major industrial port visible with numerous ships anchored in the Gulf of Mexico.
Galveston Bay
The sprawling bay and bridge system connecting the island to the Texas mainland.
Houston Ship Channel
One of the world's busiest waterways, visible with heavy tanker traffic during the descent.
The right side is optimal for afternoon flights when the sun is in the west, illuminating the Gulf coastline beautifully. For the best view of the Texas coast and Galveston, ensure you are seated behind the wing. Watch for offshore oil platforms as the plane crosses the Gulf into US airspace.
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Sierra Madre del Sur
Dramatic view of the lush, rugged mountain ranges of Oaxaca immediately after takeoff.
Pico de Orizaba
The highest peak in Mexico, often visible as a snow-capped cone in the distance to the west.
Mexican Plateau
The transition from tropical southern landscapes to the arid high plains of northern Mexico.
North Houston Suburbs
A clear view of the sprawling residential grids and pine forests of the Woodlands during final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, offering better lighting for photography of the Sierra Madre mountains. Keep an eye out for the massive volcanoes of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt visible on the horizon during the mid-flight segment.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,583 km (984 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: HUX (15.7753, -96.262604)
Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Route Type: International
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